A Gay Man Breaks Free from Fear and Shame to Fight for Visibility

My journey from hiding my true self to fighting for queer people’s right to be seen

May 4 • 

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March 2025

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are Essential for a Civil Society

My former workplace thrives thanks to the contributions of LGBTQ+ employees in an environment free from bias.

Mar 23 • 

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February 2025

An Inauguration Prayer Affirmed My Values of Mercy, Grace, and Dignity.

Bishop Marianne Budde’s prayer for mercy unearthed buried emotions that challenged me spiritually.

Feb 6 • 

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January 2025

An Older Gay Couple’s Unswerving 57 Years of Love

Love is giving a cow enough space to keep it happy, along with many other considerations.

Jan 23 • 

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Now Is the Time for ‘Dirt Road Queers’ to Resist Constructively

Finding strength in the resilience and presence of the rural LGBTQ+ community

Jan 10 • 

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December 2024

As a Gay Man, I Was Banned from Family Christmas. Now We Host It.

How two envelopes and unexpected kindness made me feel truly part of the family.

Dec 19, 2024 • 

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The best years of your life, and you need to go out and live them.

No matter what age you are, you are at the threshold of living the best years of your life.

Dec 3, 2024 • 

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November 2024

Queerly navigating the holidays

This holiday season can present unique challenges for many queer people.

Nov 17, 2024 • 

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Queer people: Use adversity to overcome challenges for a better future

Progress for the LGBTQ community is transforming election setbacks into future victories.

Nov 10, 2024 • 

Tom Bilcze

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October 2024

I don't want shame anymore

Whizdom Wednesday: 10.30.2024

Oct 30, 2024 • 

Tom Bilcze

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Through the lens of time: A gay man's journey

A 70-year-old gay man's perspective on his life and the history of progress in the queer community

Oct 27, 2024 • 

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Queer history shapes the present and influences the future

Whizdom Wednesday: 10.23. 2024

Oct 23, 2024 • 

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